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About the Episode: Join us for an engaging conversation with Steve Carse, the founder of King of Pops, as we dive into the journey of building an Atlanta icon. Steve shares the unexpected story behind King of Pops’ most popular flavors, insights into his leadership approach with the company’s unique “wear the shirt” philosophy, and the challenges of running a seasonal business. We also explore the brand’s diversification into ventures like Tree Elves and P10 Distribution and Steve’s reflections on parenting, balancing treats, and the joy of creating moments of happiness for the community.

⭐ Featured Guest: Steve Carse Steve Carse is the visionary behind King of Pops, a playful, community-centered brand that has become a staple in Atlanta’s food scene with over 60 franchise territories.

Connect with Steve: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevencarse/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Stevenacarse/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-carse-5a44029 • Blog: https://www.stevecarse.com/

King of Pops on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingofpops Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kingofpops/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@kingofpops LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/king-of-pops

🎙️ Host: Brent Macon Brent Macon is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host. As a dad and spiritual seeker, he’s passionate about exploring how technology can help us live better, more connected lives. Through his podcast *Macon Atlanta*, Brent talks with interesting people about big ideas, personal growth, and building a thriving community. He believes in balancing ambition with well-being and using business as a force for good.

Connect With Brent: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maconatlanta/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbyBo_7H2OpMjJ2m3mRBDng/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/MaconAtlanta/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Macon-Atlanta-61560549557983/?_rdr/

📺 About the Show: Macon Atlanta is a podcast exploring big questions, bold ideas, and better living with inspiring Atlantans. Host Brent Macon sits down with innovators and thought leaders from diverse fields to delve into their stories, insights, and visions for creating a better world with more thriving.

If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star review, like, & comment to help others discover the show. You can also tweet [@MaconAtlanta](https://x.com/MaconAtlanta/) with your feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the episodes, and we’ll personally thank you for tuning in 🙏.

Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Steve Carse & King of Pops 00:22 - Top Flavors and Surprising Best-Seller 01:35 - Steve’s Favorite Flavors Over the Seasons 03:20 - Selecting Flavors for Each Cart 04:00 - Why Steve Loves the Work 05:04 - The “Wear the Shirt” Core Value 06:46 - Core Values and Hard Work 08:03 - Balancing Work and Family Life 11:19 - The Three Phases of King of Pops’ Journey 13:09 - The Role of the King of Pops Farm 15:26 - Managing Seasonal Business Operations 18:21 - Realistic Scaling and Gradual Growth 20:06 - Overcoming Challenges Like COVID 23:13 - Competitive Advantage and Product Quality 24:08 - Preserving Brand Soul in Franchising 26:16 - Franchisee Profiles and Their Unique Impact 29:27 - Scaling with Soul in Mind 33:25 - Creating Unexpected Moments of Happiness 36:25 - Seasonal Logistics and Operations Adjustments 40:47 - Steve’s Perspective on Sugar & Prince Pops 47:00 - Steve’s Book “Work is Fun” 51:15 - Defining Success and Fulfillment in Work 51:47 - Keeping Work Fun and Enjoyable

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Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier, Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, joins us to explore how artificial intelligence intersects with faith and ministry. Known for his theologically rich approach to leadership, Dr. Sundermeier shares insights on using AI as a “conversation partner” in sermon preparation, experimenting with AI-generated liturgy, and the ethical implications of tech-driven ministry.

The conversation delves into two biblical perspectives on technology: the Tower of Babel as a caution against human pride, and Jesus’s affirmation that “nothing will be impossible” as a guide for human progress. Together, they explore if AI can serve divine purposes or if it risks fueling mere human ambition.

⭐ Featured Guest: Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier: Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier is the Senior Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, a congregation of 2,000 members in Midtown. Recognized for his impactful leadership and congregational renewal efforts, Dr. Sundermeier holds degrees from Eastern University, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Missio Seminary, and has an honorary doctorate from Eastern. He has led various congregations across the U.S. and Germany and serves on multiple boards, including Princeton Theological Seminary and the Midtown Alliance.

Connect with Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_sundermeier/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-sundermeier-2a6540234/

🎙️ Host: Brent Macon Brent Macon is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host. As a dad and spiritual seeker, he explores how technology can enhance our lives. Through Macon Atlanta, Brent engages with guests on big ideas, personal growth, and community building, balancing ambition with well-being and using business for good.

Connect With Brent: • Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/maconatlanta/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbyBo_7H2OpMjJ2m3mRBDng/ • Twitter/X: https://x.com/MaconAtlanta • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Macon-Atlanta-61560549557983/?_rdr/

📺 About the Show: Macon Atlanta is a podcast exploring big questions, bold ideas, and better living with inspiring Atlantans. Host Brent Macon sits down with thought leaders and innovators to uncover stories, insights, and visions for a better, more connected community.

If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star review, like, and comment to help others discover the show. You can also tweet [@MaconAtlanta](https://x.com/MaconAtlanta) with your feedback, and we’ll personally thank you for tuning in! 🙏

Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Dr. Tony Sundermeier and AI in Ministry  1:23 - Using ChatGPT as a Conversation Partner in Sermons  4:38 - The Rapid Pace of Technological Shifts  6:55 - Eschatology and Eternal Perspectives on AI  9:55 - AI’s Role in Human Flourishing and Abundant Life  13:03 - Dr. Sundermeier’s Personal Faith Journey and Theology  15:35 - Technology as a Tool for Abundant Life  18:18 - Ethical Boundaries in Technological Development  20:30 - The Tower of Babel vs. Jesus’s Promise on Technology  23:18 - Exploring Concepts of Divine Providence in AI  27:05 - The Power of Technology in Christian Fellowship  31:40 - The Role of Suffering in Christian Spirituality  35:20 - Social Media’s Impact on Spirituality and Wellbeing  38:55 - Preparing Future Technologists with Christian Ethics  42:11 - Challenges for the Church in the Age of AI  45:35 - The Church’s Prophetic Role in Engaging Technology  50:05 - Lightning Round and Closing Remarks

📧 Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly insights on better living in Atlanta and discover more ways of mindful living, delivered straight to your inbox: https://www.maconatlanta.com 📖 Read more about this episode on: https://www.maconatlanta.com 🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jIgEtSUQZZ8 About the Episode: In this episode of Macon Atlanta, we sit down with Max Mayblum, Founder and CEO of Givers, to discuss how his company is supporting family caregivers, often described as America’s hidden workforce. Max shares his journey, from reading *The Alchemist* during the pandemic to founding Givers, a platform helping Medicaid-eligible families navigate the system to receive payment and support for caregiving. The conversation explores the challenges family caregivers face, the economic impact of caregiving, and the role of emerging technologies like AI in shaping the future of healthcare and aging. Max also offers insights into building a mission-driven startup, fostering partnerships, and creating a company culture rooted in purpose. Broader societal issues like healthcare inequality and the isolation of older adults are also discussed. The episode concludes with Max’s thoughts on personal habits, his favorite Atlanta spots, and his vision for the future of caregiving in Georgia. ⭐ Featured Guest: Max Mayblum Max Mayblum is the Founder and CEO of Givers, which he launched in 2021 after connecting his experience in digital health with a personal journey in family caregiving. Passionate about building a sustainable system of care for aging loved ones, Max is a Certified Senior Advisor whose work has been recognized by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas, Forbes’ 30 Under 30, and The Holding Co’s Care Workforce Innovators. Based in New York City, Max is an avid skier, traveler, and friend. Connect with Max: Instagram: @joingivers Twitter/X: @joingivers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxmayblum/ Website: www.joingivers.com 🎙️ Host: Brent Macon Brent Macon is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host. As a dad and spiritual seeker, he’s passionate about exploring how technology can help us live better, more connected lives. Through his podcast Macon Atlanta, Brent talks with interesting people about big ideas, personal growth, and building a thriving community. He believes in balancing ambition with well-being and using business as a force for good. Connect with Brent: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maconatlanta/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbyBo_7H2OpMjJ2m3mRBDng/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/MaconAtlanta/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Macon-Atlanta-61560549557983/?_rdr/ 📺 About the Show Macon Atlanta is a podcast exploring big questions, bold ideas, and better living with inspiring Atlantans. Host Brent Macon sits down with innovators and thought leaders from diverse fields to delve into their stories, insights, and visions for creating a better world with more thriving. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Spirituality and Business 02:23 - The Journey to Starting Givers 04:19 - Entrepreneurship and Spiritual Energy 06:11 - Intellectual Promiscuity 08:34 - Max’s Hero’s Journey 13:02 - The Origin of Givers 16:08 - Navigating the Caregiving System 20:12 - Medicaid and Family Caregiving Programs 23:19 - Caregiving Burdens 26:04 - Family Caregiving Costs 30:36 - The Future of Family Caregiving 33:12 - Program Integrity and Payment 37:00 - The Economic Impact of Caregiving 41:15 - Challenges in Caregiving Programs 45:32 - Givers’ Expansion Plans 50:14 - Technology and Caregiving 54:36 - Addressing Isolation in Aging 58:03 - Closing Thoughts and Lightning Round If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star review / like & comment to help others discover the show. You can also tweet @MaconAtlanta with your feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the episodes, and we’ll personally thank you for tuning in 🙏. #MaconAtlanta #Podcast